Very Good
#277 of 842 schools in PR
Top 33% in state
Federico Degetau Cabo Rojo
Elementary School · PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
359 CARRETERA BOQUERON, Cabo Rojo, PR 00623
Enrollment
259
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
259
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Puerto Rico schools
#277 of 842
In Cabo Rojo
#2 of 10
public schools
In district
#277 of 842
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
School environment
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Federico Degetau Cabo Rojo
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About Federico Degetau Cabo Rojo
Federico Degetau Cabo Rojo is a public elementary school in Cabo Rojo, PR, part of PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. Federico Degetau Cabo Rojo serves approximately 259 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Federico Degetau Cabo Rojo has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #277 of 842 schools in PR.
Structured state assessment records for Federico Degetau Cabo Rojo show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- PR avg 7.0
Score Breakdown
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Federico Degetau Cabo Rojo — Students at Federico Degetau Cabo Rojo score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PR EDFACTS (2017-18)
Based on 18 test records from PR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.4/10.
How Federico Degetau Cabo Rojo Compares
See how Federico Degetau Cabo Rojo performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
359 CARRETERA BOQUERON, Cabo Rojo, PR 00623
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Federico Degetau Cabo Rojo may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SEBASTIAN PABON ALVES (rated 9.3/10, 5.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HERMINIA C. RAMIREZ (rated 9.3/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby San German), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EFREN RODRIGUEZ TORO (rated 9.2/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Hormigueros), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cabo Rojo, see our Cabo Rojo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MONSERRATE LEON IRIZARRY Cabo Rojo | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| CARMEN VIGNALS ROSARIO Cabo Rojo | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| JAMES GARFIELD Cabo Rojo | 2.5 mi | 6.1 |
| PEDRO NELSON COLBERG Cabo Rojo | 2.9 mi | 4.7 |
| SEVERO E. COLBERG RAMIREZ Cabo Rojo | 2.9 mi | 5.0 |
| ANTONIO ACARON CORREA Cabo Rojo | 3.1 mi | 6.7 |
| INES MARIA MENDOZA DE MUNOZ MARIN CABO ROJO Cabo Rojo | 3.1 mi | 6.4 |
| MILDRED ARROYO CARDOZA Cabo Rojo | 3.9 mi | 6.4 |
| JUAN CANCIO ORTIZ DE LA RENTA Lajas | 4.6 mi | 6.7 |
| SEBASTIAN PABON ALVES Cabo Rojo | 5.0 mi | 9.3 |
| RAMON OLIVARES Lajas | 5.6 mi | 7.9 |
| LUIS MUNOZ RIVERA LAJAS Lajas | 5.8 mi | 4.7 |
| LEONIDES MORALES RODRIGUEZ Lajas | 5.9 mi | 5.6 |
| ELEMENTAL URBANA DE LAJAS Lajas | 6.0 mi | 7.7 |
| RAMON E. RODRIGUEZ DIAZ Hormigueros | 6.5 mi | 4.0 |
| EFREN RODRIGUEZ TORO Hormigueros | 6.5 mi | 9.2 |
| SEGUNDO RUIZ BELVIS HORMIGUEROS Hormigueros | 6.6 mi | 6.4 |
| HERMINIA C. RAMIREZ San German | 6.7 mi | 9.3 |
| JULIO V. GUZMAN San German | 6.8 mi | 5.3 |
| ALFREDO DORRINGTON Hormigueros | 7.2 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 00623 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$25,614
Median Home Value
$118,200
Median Rent
$576/mo
Population
39,005
College Educated
29.8%
Homeownership
77.7%
Avg Commute
24.7 min
Poverty Rate
37.2%
Median Age
46.3
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| CARLOS ORAMA PADILLA Bayamon, PR | 7.3 |
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| JULIO RESSY Bayamon, PR | 7.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Federico Degetau Cabo Rojo
What grades does Federico Degetau Cabo Rojo serve?
Federico Degetau Cabo Rojo serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Federico Degetau Cabo Rojo?
Federico Degetau Cabo Rojo has an enrollment of approximately 259 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Federico Degetau Cabo Rojo?
The student-teacher ratio at Federico Degetau Cabo Rojo is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Federico Degetau Cabo Rojo rank in PR?
Federico Degetau Cabo Rojo ranks #277 of 842 schools in PR.
What is Federico Degetau Cabo Rojo's MySchoolScout rating?
Federico Degetau Cabo Rojo has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Federico Degetau Cabo Rojo?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Federico Degetau Cabo Rojo has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2018).
Is Federico Degetau Cabo Rojo a charter school?
No, Federico Degetau Cabo Rojo is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Federico Degetau Cabo Rojo a Title I school?
No, Federico Degetau Cabo Rojo is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Federico Degetau Cabo Rojo?
91.1% of students at Federico Degetau Cabo Rojo qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 259
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Cabo Rojo Municipio
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.0%
- Phone
- (787) 851-3383
Resources & Links
District
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION- District Enrollment
- 240,910
- Schools in District
- 858
- District Rank
- #277 of 842
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